Excavator Operator
Salary$21 – $24/hr
Location5189-Buffalo Creek Landfill
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 15, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live22h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Valid driver's license
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k)
Life insurance
About the role
Join Waste Connections as a Excavator Operator at our Landfill in Buffalo Creek, TX. In this position you will be operating our Dozers, Excavators, Compactor, along with trucks and smaller equipment at our solid waste landfill.
About the company
WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US:
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CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.
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INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.
🛠️ Job Duties:
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Spreading and compacting trash using a compactor
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Spreading daily cover using a Dozer
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Excavating soil using an excavator
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Maintaining haul roads using a grader
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Hauling soil
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Work in a fast paced, team environment
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Follow safe operating practices
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Operate D6T Dozer,826K Compactor, ADT Haul Truck, Motor Grader, Excavator Sweeper, Water Truck
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
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Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 60 pounds.
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The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
✅ Requirements:
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Valid driver’s license.
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Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
💰 What We Offer:
• $21–$24/hour based on experience
• Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance)
• Consistent hours: 50–55 hrs./week, Mon–Fri + some Saturdays
• Year-round stability + safety-first culture
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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